14 Romantic Restaurants and Cafes in Singapore

We know it’s February (READ: Valentine’s Day) and you’re probably looking for a romantic place here in Singapore, whether it’s a place with a stunning view (don’t forget that the view should always be your significant other), somewhere with an unique, beautiful decor and amorous atmosphere, or simply a place with great food – we got your back. Here’s a list of 14 romantic restaurants and cafes with the perfect ambience for your special occasion:

We kick off the list with mutli-award winning restaurant JAAN – 1 Michelin Star, ranked 29th on San Pellegrino’s list of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2016, appointed Krug’s First Restaurant Ambassade in Singapore. Lead by Kirk Westaway, JAAN features a modern French menu that is built around a passion to showcase the freshest ingredients through simple but beautiful dishes. The intimate 40-seat restaurant has a sophisticated interior that is only outshine by the exquisite food and the stunning view of Singapore. Check out their menu here. Read their reviews here.

2. Stellar at 1-Altitude

Stellar at 1-Altitude is another restaurant with a breathtaking view, that has garnered multiple awards from several media and publications over the years. With Executive Chef Christopher Millar at helm, Stellar serves up a progressive Australian cuisin that is defined by its texture, purity of flavour and quality of ingredients. Take your significant other on an exclusive Stellar dining experience and celebrate a sky-high Valentine’s Day here! Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here. This special is also available on the 10th, 11th and 14th February.

Salt grill & Sky bar is a modern Australian all-day restaurant by celebrity chef-restaurateur Luke Mangan that showcases a stunning view from the highest point on Orchard Road. It features an exclusive dining area on the 56th floor for diners seeking utmost privacy. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

Monti At The Fullerton Pavilion is a sleek and sexy multi-concept waterfront venue along Marina Bay that offers more than just dinner and drinks. Monti is an Italian restaurant, a bar, as well as a club, with a panoramic view of the entire Marina Bay, which evolves from an elegant dining experience into the perfect spot for late-night cocktails with live DJ sets. Monti is the only restaurant in this list of 5 without a dizzy view but made up for its ambience and unique concept! Check out their special Valentine’s Day dish Risotto alla Rose here.

5. ME @ OUE

The last but not the least on this list of restaurant with a banging view. Me@OUE restaurant and rooftop lounge is Singapore’s only dining establishment offering three distinct menus – Japanese, French and Chinese – in an open-concept-kitchen. The sleek establishment features floor-to-ceiling glass windows and one of Singapore’s best rooftop lounge with sweeping views of the City’s ever-evolving financial centre and the iconic Marina Bay. See their menu here.

Discover unique gourmet offerings thoughtfully crafted by executive chef Steve Allen and his team of talented chefs. Bask in spectacular views of the Marina Bay skyline and waterfront as the experienced service professionals take care of your every need. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

Nestled in the charming grounds of the Ginger Garden, The Halia boasted an unobtrusive dining room with full height glass windows, beckoning the greenery indoors, and allowing guests to dine in the Garden whilst still comfortably ensconced in cool surroundings. Decades-old majestic palm trees stand like sentries, guardian-witness to the earthy beauty that is the Singapore Botanic Gardens. The Halia serves up a charming contemporary European cuisine with subtle accents of Asian flavours. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

Corner House is a 1 Michelin Star contemporary French casual fine dining restaurant, set in a colonial house in Singapore Botanic Gardens. Home-grown local Chef Jason Tan defines as Gastro-Botanica cuisine: French technique, global flavours, with focus on botanicals. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here. Read their reviews here.

Da Paolo Bistro Bar serves an exiting Mediterranean cuisine with a creative flair in a stylishly laid-back environment. Escape the hustle and bustle in the greenery of Rochester Hill and enjoy a romantic alfresco dinner with your significant other. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

10. ilLido at the Cliff

Feast on impeccable Italian cuisine in a romantic setting atop a high hill in Sentosa. Enjoy classic dishes with a contemporary twist as you watch barges cross the Singapore Strait and the sun dips below the horizon. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

The White Rabbit is a restaurant and bar housed in a beautifully restored 1930s chapel that has become a landmark of Dempsey Hill. They combine classic European cuisine and anachronistic architecture to transport all who travel down its proverbial rabbit hole to another world. If you and your sweetheart are gourmets looking for something a little different from the usual oysters & chocolate route, their Valentine’s Day dinner menu presents an array of elegant, succulent seafood dishes. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

Nestled atop the forested Labrador Nature Reserve, the restaurant is perfectly reminiscent of the original Tamarind Hill Kuala Lumpur, preserving the milieu of being in a stand-alone historic colonial bungalow amid a vastly green surrounding. An ambiance redefined by Tamarind’s un-mistakeable rustic-luxe Asian character and flair, the restaurant serves traditional and contemporary Siamese cuisine within this elegant venue. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

The Japanese-French fusion restaurant is housed in a gorgeous black & white bungalow that is the former residence of the Chief who headed the Central Fire Station on Hill Street. Perched in the depths of Fort Canning’s greenery and imbued with Japanese entertaining and hospitality savoir-faire, Lewin Terrace is a romantic venue that draws couples for all sorts of occasions. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

With the restaurant located inside the S.E.A. Aquarium where they can discover more than 100,000 marine animals, be awestruck by the magnificent view of the Open Ocean habitat while enjoying a memorable and romantic dining experience. Ocean Restaurant is characterized by light and healthy dishes using the freshest produce from around the region. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.

Bonus: NOX Dine In The Dark

NOX – Dine in the Dark is a multi-sensory dining experience that will tantalize your taste buds and open your mind. Temporarily surrender one of your dominant senses, sight,in exchange for enhancing the other four, allowing you to completely re-evaluate your perception of the world around you – and it makes for a highly sensual meal too. Check out their Valentine’s Day menu here.